Devapur - Babaleshwar, Vijayapura
Devapur is a village situated in the Babaleshwar taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 48 km from Bijapur and around 48 km from Bijapur. Devar Gennur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devapur is 599149. The village covers a total geographical area of 765.54 hectares and falls under the 586170 pincode. Jamkhandi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Devapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Babaleshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devapur
As per Census 2011, Devapur village has a total population of 1,424 people, consisting of 742 males and 682 females. The village has 287 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 737 literate and 687 illiterate residents. Additionally, 150 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,424 | 742 | 682 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 104 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 86 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 737 | 457 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 687 | 285 | 402 |
Nearby Villages of Devapur
Devapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Devapur
Devapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jamkhandi to Devapur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Devapur is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Devapur
Where is Devapur located?
Devapur village is located in Babaleshwar Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Devapur is Devar Gennur.
What is the pincode of Devapur?
The pincode of Devapur is 586170.
What is the population of Devapur?
Devapur has a total population of 1,424, including 742 males and 682 females.
How many households are there in Devapur?
There are 287 households in Devapur.
What is the literacy rate in Devapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devapur is 51.76%. Male literacy is 61.59% and female literacy is 41.06%.